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As debate continues to swirl around Jason Aldean’s song “Try That in a Small Town,” more artists are beginning to share their perspectives. One of the latest to step forward in support of Aldean is none other than country music legend Travis Tritt—an artist well known for speaking his mind and standing firmly behind his beliefs.
Travis Tritt Speaks Out
Turning to Twitter, Tritt made it clear that he not only supports Aldean but also appreciates the message behind the song.
“For the record, I love the new Jason Aldean single ‘Try That in a Small Town,’” Tritt wrote. “In my opinion, this song isn’t promoting violence, as some have suggested. It is simply expressing a point of view that many American people share—one that rejects the type of violence we’ve seen from activist groups in recent years. Millions believe such behavior would not be tolerated in many communities across the USA. God bless America and all the people in it.”
Not stopping there, Tritt also reminded Aldean—and his fans—that online backlash often paints a distorted picture of reality. “Twitter and social media are not a real place,” he continued. “The views you see there don’t represent the vast majority of the population. Say what you want to say and be who you want to be—ignore the social media torpedoes.”
Jason Aldean Responds
For his part, Jason Aldean has also addressed the controversy directly. In a recent statement, Aldean rejected accusations that his song was racially charged or intended to stir division.
“In the past 24 hours, I’ve been accused of releasing a ‘pro-lynching song,’” Aldean explained. “That is not only meritless but dangerous. There isn’t a single lyric in the song that references race, nor is there a video clip that isn’t taken from real news footage. While I can respect that music often brings different interpretations, this one goes too far.”
Aldean also shared a more personal perspective, pointing to his own experiences with tragedy. “I was present at Route 91, where so many lost their lives, and my community has endured heartbreaking losses. The last thing I want is more senseless violence. To me, ‘Try That in a Small Town’ reflects the values of the community I grew up in—where neighbors looked out for each other despite differences. That’s the message I wanted to share.”
Closing Thoughts
With Travis Tritt publicly voicing his support, Aldean now has the backing of one of country music’s most outspoken icons. While the controversy surrounding “Try That in a Small Town” may continue, both Tritt and Aldean remain firm in their convictions about the song’s meaning and its place in today’s cultural conversation.